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==Economics section==
 
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If economics is based on scarcity, what becomes of economics?
 
If economics is based on scarcity, what becomes of economics?
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Might argue that economics becomes a matter of materials and energy.  But if they are both more abundant than we could ever make use of...
  
 
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Revision as of 17:34, 30 December 2006

Point that once people get beyond materialism people are then in an optimal position to co-operate and collaborate for the right reasons.

Explain who will do the work - at least the intellectual work

A note on luxuries

Also talk about the fact that generally special rare materials are not necessarily needed for modern technology. (Tantalum)

Economics section

If economics is based on scarcity, what becomes of economics?

Might argue that economics becomes a matter of materials and energy. But if they are both more abundant than we could ever make use of...

Image

Make image of cornucopia with more relevant stuff pouring out:

  • Medicine
  • Drinking water
  • Food
  • Vehicles
  • Machines
  • Housing
  • Consumer products
  • etc